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Simon Bolivar Intl (SVMI/CCS) — Maiquetia, Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of

At a glance

Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
Jet A-1
Tower
118.4
Runways
09/27, 10/28
Elevation
234 ft

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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SVMI
  • Name: Simon Bolivar Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 10.601194
  • Longitude: -66.991219
  • Elevation: 234 ft
  • Country: Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
  • Municipality: Maiquetia
  • IATA Code: CCS
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Caracas
  • Distance from City: 0.6 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

  • Designation: 09/27
  • Dimensions: 9930 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 10/28

  • Designation: 10/28
  • Dimensions: 11483 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.400 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 132.950 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.aeropuerto-maiquetia.com.ve/web/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $8.00 per metric ton MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $4.00 per metric ton MTOW per 24 hours
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: Simon Bolivar International Airport (Maiquetia), Caracas, Venezuela. BAER (state airport authority) fees. USD preferred for international operators due to currency controls; Venezuelan Bolivar (VES) for domestic.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: PDVSA supplies fuel. Fuel availability can be unreliable due to refinery issues. Recommend confirming availability before dispatch. USD pricing for international operators.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: APIS required to SAIME (immigration authority). Immigration and customs at terminal. General declaration required. Transit visa may be required for certain nationalities. Security situation requires careful planning.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. Coastal airport at sea level but with mountainous terrain immediately south (Avila mountain range separates airport from Caracas). Challenging terrain on missed approach. Two runways. Tropical weather patterns.

Alternates

SVVA

  • ICAO: SVVA
  • Name: Arturo Michelena Intl
  • Distance (NM): 61.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International port of entry. Valencia. Industrial city.

Airport Services

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Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 7-30 business days (highly variable; 7-day minimum for basic permits)
  • Landing Lead Time: 7-30 business days (15-day+ permits require in-person application or local representative)
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require INAC authorization and may need additional government clearance.

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Active NOTAMs

A0331/26
warning
Runway closed
RWY 10L/28R CLSD
Between 2026-08-03 22:20 and 22:59 UTC Between 2026-11-03 23:40 and 23:59 UTC
Times read back from the message we stored, to within the hour.
A0368/26
caution
Taxiway restriction
CTN TAX OPS ACFT BODY WID IN TWY J.
2026-08-17 21:30 UTC 2026-11-17 23:59 UTC
A0366/26
caution
Taxiway restriction
CTN OPS TAX TWY J DUE LGT U/S
2026-08-17 21:22 UTC 2026-11-17 23:59 UTC

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SVMI?
The tower frequency at Simon Bolivar Intl is 118.4 MHz.
What fuel is available at SVMI?
Simon Bolivar Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does SVMI require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Simon Bolivar Intl (Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of). Permit details for Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
Where is SVMI located?
Simon Bolivar Intl (SVMI) is located in Maiquetia, Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of.
What is the IATA code for SVMI?
The IATA code for Simon Bolivar Intl is CCS.
Does SVMI have an ILS approach?
Yes, Simon Bolivar Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 09/27, 10/28.
Is SVMI a port of entry?
Yes, Simon Bolivar Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.